Learn more about the illuminating new book MOOCs and Open Education

MOOCs and Open Education is a edited collection that discusses topics having to do with open education resources (OER) and massive open online courses. The latest improvements in online learning make it possible for learners all over the world to take part in online classes. MOOCs are normally free but do not lead to formal accreditation. There are many topics that distance learning organizations are having to attend to today because distance learning technology is developing so rapidly. How can stakeholders be assured that the quality of education provided by these MOOCs is satisfactory? How can learners guarantee that lecturers are properly credentialed and qualified to teach MOOCs? What business strategies are being used by organizations like Coursera to conduct these massively open online courses? What assessment strategies and innovative teaching practices are optimal? How can teachers deal with the problems of inadequate student motivation and high learner attrition?

As distance learning technology becomes more widespread there is a expanding need to comprehend how these massively open online courses are being conducted. Instructors and many other participants want to gain more knowledge about the outcomes of these exciting new open educational initiatives. Educators want to comprehend how these MOOC courses can be made better. In response to this desideratum for information the inspiring new book MOOCs and Open Education provides a critical analysis of MOOC classes and other open education topics. This intriguing new book also examines the most important controversies associated with MOOC courses and open educational resources (OERs). To learn more please visit MOOCs and Open Education.

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